Special needs of Illinois' minority senior citizens : a report to the Governor and the Illinois General Assembly /

"Minority Services report as required by Public Act 88-0254."

The Illinois Limited Liability Company Act.

Description based on: June 1994; title from cover.

The Illinois primer on individualized education programs /

Funded by Part B, Education of the handicapped (Public law 94-142).

The Outlook : nutrition programs and education services.

Title from cover.

[Consolidation and reorganization activities, status and results of internal audit services pursuant to Executive Order 10 (2003)] /

Illinois Executive Order 10 (2003) authorized the consolidation of the internal auditing functions from 26 designated agencies into a single statewide function covering 46 agencies/boards/commissions that report to the Governor. After further consolidation, internal audit coverage has been expanded to 36 agencies.

The Effects of a Group-Based Approach to Parent-Mediated Early Behavioral Intervention for Very Young Children with or At-Risk for Autism

Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Washington, 2016-08

Identifying developmental problems in young children

Although some developmental disabilities may be identified soon after birth (e.g. Down Syndrome) many problems do not become apparent until much later. The first indication of a significant disorder may be the infant's failure to achieve early developmental milestones at the expected ages, but the variability and subtlety of symtoms in many developmental disorders often makes them difficult to recognise. Clearly itis desirable to identify developmental problems as early as possible to ensure the provision of appropriate support and intervention services and to lessen the impact on subsequent development.

Interventions, policies, and future research directions in partner violence

There have been sweeping changes in policy and practice on violence against intimate partners over the past several decades. New laws, policies, programs, and research funding have shaped the literature on this topic as well as the contours of violence itself. A substantial portion of the contemporary research literature is devoted to the policies and interventions that affect intimate partner violence. This chapter will first review key policy changes that have shaped interventions in violence against intimate partners. Second, it will map major areas of research on policy and intervention in violence and abuse. Finally, it will propose directions for future research.

Neonatal Ultrasound Results Following Very Preterm Birth Predict Adolescent Behavioral and Cognitive Outcome

This study investigated the association between different neonatal ultrasonographic classifications and adolescent cognitive, educational, and behavioral outcomes following very preterm birth. Participants included a group of 120 adolescents who were born very preterm (33 weeks of gestation), subdivided into three groups according to their neonatal cerebral ultrasound (US) classifications: (a) normal (N = 69), (b) periventricular hemorrhage (PVH, N = 37), and (c) PVH with ventricular dilatation (PVH + DIL, N = 14), and 50 controls. The cognitive functions assessed were full-scale IQ, phonological and semantic verbal fluency, and visual-motor integration. Educational outcomes included reading and spelling; behavioral outcomes were assessed with the Rutter Parents' Scale and the Premorbid Adjustment Scale (PAS). Adolescent outcome scores were compared among the four groups. A main effect for group was observed for full-scale IQ, Rutter Parents' Scale total scores, and PAS total scores, after controlling for gestational age, socioeconomic status and gender, with the PVH + DIL group showing the most impaired scores compared to the other groups. The current results demonstrate that routine neonatal ultrasound classifications are associated with later cognitive and behavioral outcome. Neonatal ultrasounds could aid in the identification of subgroups of children who are at increased risk of neurodevelopmental problems. These at risk subgroups could then be referred to appropriate early intervention services.

L’accumulation compulsive: Perspectives de l’intervention psychosociale

Cette recherche qualitative a pour objectif de contribuer aux connaissances sur le trouble d’accumulation compulsive (TAC) afin de donner des assises empiriques à la pratique des travailleurs sociaux, techniciens en travail social, éducateurs spécialisés, psychoéducateurs et autres professionnels intervenant au sein des services sociaux. Par extension, elle vise aussi à fournir des pistes pour l’amélioration des services offerts aux personnes aux prises avec ce problème. La question de départ de cette recherche était : Comment les usagers des CSSS ayant eu des services pour un TAC perçoivent et évaluent-ils les interventions effectuées par les intervenants sociaux? Afin d’y répondre, des entrevues individuelles semi-dirigées ont été effectuées auprès d’usagers de Centres de santé et de services sociaux de Québec et ses environs (CSSS Alphonse-Desjardins, Québec-Nord, Portneuf et de la Vieille-Capitale). Ces usagers ont complété le questionnaire Working Alliance Inventory-SR (WAI-SR), version française. Des intervenants sociaux des CSSS ont également participé à des groupes de discussion, afin de compléter et contextualiser les données obtenues. Résultats : Le TAC est une expérience et une situation de vie avant d’être une condition au sens psychiatrique, et les comportements d’accumulation s’inscrivent dans les perceptions que les usagers ont d’eux-mêmes, de leurs priorités et objectifs et des conditions dans lesquelles ils veulent vivre. Les usagers rencontrés ont majoritairement une opinion favorable des services psychosociaux des CSSS, ce qui peut être lié à un bon niveau de reconnaissance de la problématique. La perception favorable des services semble liée à une bonne alliance thérapeutique. Autant les usagers que les intervenants sociaux percevaient qu’il y avait un manque de ressources dans la région de Québec pour répondre aux besoins spécifiques des personnes aux prises avec des problèmes inhérents au TAC. Mots-clés : accumulation compulsive, santé mentale, alliance thérapeutique, intervention psychosociale, perception services, Centre local de services communautaires.

Qualidade de vida das famílias apoiadas por intervenção precoce: identificação de fatores mais valorizados pelas famílias

Dissertação apresentada à Escola Superior de Educação de Lisboa para obtenção do grau de mestre em Intervenção Precoce

Perspectives of Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder on a Community-Based Parent Education Program

In 2012 a community-based agency that oversees Intensive Behaviour Intervention services for young children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) began delivering newly developed curricula to parents of eligible children. The curricula’s intent was to inform parents about ASD and Applied Behaviour Analysis, to increase their awareness of available community resources, and assist them to be active and engaged in their child’s learning. This mixed-method study used a program-specific survey and focus groups to explore the perspectives parents had on their involvement in these education sessions. Through constant comparison analysis 4 major and 3 minor themes emerged. In general, parents acknowledged that this parent education program included relevant content and a favourable delivery format. The study summarized a number of well-articulated, practical suggestions parents provided. Implications for practice would be applicable to educators interested in providing quality group-based education to parents of young children with ASD.

Analyse qualitative du contenu des signalements retenus à la protection de la jeunesse et leur évaluation pour les enfants de minorités visibles

Cette recherche propose une analyse qualitative du contenu de signalements retenus à la protection de la jeunesse et leur évaluation pour des enfants de minorités visibles. Les premiers objectifs de cette recherche sont de décrire les deux premières étapes de l’intervention en protection de la jeunesse, soit la réception du signalement et l’évaluation du besoin de protection. Par la suite, elle vise l’élaboration d’une typologie de familles de minorités visibles signalées à la protection de la jeunesse. Une analyse qualitative de contenu est conduite en utilisant une grille d’analyse des dossiers de 48 situations d’enfants signalés à la protection de la jeunesse. Il s’agit d’une analyse secondaire de données d’une étude plus large portant sur l’intervention en protection de la jeunesse auprès de familles de minorités visibles. Les résultats de la présente étude montrent que les informations consignées aux dossiers par les intervenants respectent les dimensions légales du jugement sur la compromission du développement ou de la sécurité d’un enfant. Toutefois, l’absence d’éléments ethnoculturels dans la majorité des dossiers, ou leur traitement superficiel, sont surprenants. La typologie découlant de cette analyse décrit quatre profils présentant des dynamiques familiales distinctes : les familles traversant une crise, les familles qui abdiquent leur rôle parental, les familles isolées et les familles éclatées. Ces résultats rendent compte de la diversité des dynamiques familiales et par conséquent, des besoins de ces familles quant aux interventions des services de protection. Enfin, étant donné l’importance de l’évaluation et de ses conclusions dans la trajectoire de ces familles à l’égard de la DPJ, l’intégration des éléments ethnoculturels devrait être systématique afin de leur offrir une réponse adaptée et culturellement sensible.

The road map to building new dreams : raising a child with developmental delay or disability

Research on early childhood education emphasises the importance of quality in early childhood intervention. This study examines the quality of Early Childhood Intervention Services based on parents’ experiences raising a child with developmental delay or disability. The study builds on the philosophy of Family-Centred Practice and professionals’ experiences with family-centred interventions. A qualitative case study approach was adopted to gain insight about families who are raising a child with additional needs. Nine in-depth parent-interviews and three focus groups with professionals were conducted in the first two terms of 2010. The case explicates the experiences of parents and professionals who were associated with Specialist Children’s Services in a metropolitan region of Victoria. The research concentrated on the first point of entry to early intervention, the referrals process and the waiting list. It also addressed parents' experiences, priorities and expectations. As a small-scale study, it examined parents’ and children’s needs as well as children’s access to therapy in early intervention. It also investigated community support and parent-professional relationships in the context of early childhood intervention services. The study found that family-centred intervention is beneficial to both parents and children with developmental delay or disability. However, to implement an effective family-centred approach, practitioner support in the form of professional development, supervision and peer mentorship is required to develop professionals’ reflexivity and self-efficacy in family-centred interventions. The study also identified strategies to promote effective practice, gaps in universal and specialised services, and implications for policy.